Pharmacist - Northern Network

Trinity Health•Ludington, MI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Provide comprehensive medication management for chronic disease states such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, asthma/COPD, osteoporosis and heart failure. Conduct patient assessments, develop care plans, and monitor therapeutic outcomes in collaboration with the healthcare team. Manage anticoagulation therapy (e.g., warfarin, DOACs) including patient education, INR monitoring, dose adjustments, and documentation. Participate in transitions of care to reduce hospital readmissions and improve continuity of care. Complete comprehensive medication reviews as required. Serve as a key member of the care team within physician practices. Provide drug information, therapeutic recommendations, and support to providers and staff. Assist in the development and implementation of clinical protocols and pathways. Work under a collaborative practice agreement. Educate patients and caregivers on medication use, adherence, and lifestyle modifications. Precept pharmacy students and residents as applicable. Provide continuing education and training to healthcare professionals. Document clinical interventions and patient encounters in the electronic health record (EHR). Participate in quality improvement initiatives and data collection to demonstrate clinical and economic outcomes. Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Requirements

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited institution.
Completion of a PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency (PGY2 in ambulatory care preferred).
Current pharmacist license in Michigan.
Certification in Anticoagulation Management or equivalent experience.
Strong clinical knowledge and communication skills.
Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation.

Nice To Haves

Board Certification in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy (BCACP) or Pharmacotherapy (BCPS).
Experience working with and utilizing a collaborative practice agreement setting.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive medication management for chronic disease states such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, asthma/COPD, osteoporosis and heart failure.
Conduct patient assessments, develop care plans, and monitor therapeutic outcomes in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Manage anticoagulation therapy (e.g., warfarin, DOACs) including patient education, INR monitoring, dose adjustments, and documentation.
Participate in transitions of care to reduce hospital readmissions and improve continuity of care.
Complete comprehensive medication reviews as required.
Serve as a key member of the care team within physician practices.
Provide drug information, therapeutic recommendations, and support to providers and staff.
Assist in the development and implementation of clinical protocols and pathways.
Work under a collaborative practice agreement.
Educate patients and caregivers on medication use, adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
Precept pharmacy students and residents as applicable.
Provide continuing education and training to healthcare professionals.
Document clinical interventions and patient encounters in the electronic health record (EHR).
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and data collection to demonstrate clinical and economic outcomes.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.